Kale, Lacinato kale, cardoons, chard, purple carrots and rosole - these are just some of the rather uncommon products that make up the Sipo range at this time of year.
Some of the products photographed on 12th October 2017
"Lacinato kale and kale are thriving. The former is more popular with Italian consumers, while the latter is mainly used abroad. We are selling huge amounts of it in northern Europe," explains Elisa Monticelli, marketing manager for Sipo.
Lacinato kale
Manager Massimiliano Ceccarini stresses that Sipo focuses on innovation without forgetting traditional products. "For example, we are currently selling triple the amount of endive than in the past few years. Thanks to our organisation and the professionalism of our producers, we have good quantities available despite the summer drought. This is thanks to company founder Franco Ceccarini and his management skills."
Cardoons from Romagna
Sipo focuses on researching, producing and promoting unique products that can offer real added value. Among these is cardoon from Romagna, whose production started a few days ago. "We cannot compete with mass undifferentiated products, but we are focusing on seasonal products grown in well-defined areas. Sipo also provides services that go beyond the mere supply of vegetables, as anyone can do that."
Chard bunches
Ceccarini also stresses that consumers need help when making a purchase. For example, large stores could differentiate supplies more, dividing the products into types and not only into categories.
Massimiliano Ceccarini and Elisa Monticelli in a Sipo processing section
"I believe that it will be specialised companies offering fewer products but capable of communicating every detail of each (from cultivation to eating suggestions) that will stand out in the next few years. Those that are considered niche companies today will thrive. Consumer needs must be anticipated, not chased."
Contacts:
Sipo srl
Via Fermignano 20
47814 Bellaria Igea Marina (RN)
Tel.: (+39) 0541 339711
Fax: (+39) 0541 339734
Email: sipo@sipo.it
Web: www.sipo.it